No Service Tax can be levied on take-away/parcel food from restaurants

Haldiram Marketing Pvt. Ltd. Vs Commissioner, Central Goods and Service Tax (CESTAT Delhi)

The CESTAT, New Delhi in Haldiram Marketing Pvt. Ltd. v. Commissioner, Central Goods and Service Tax [Service Tax Appeal No. 51555 of 2022 dated February 13, 2023] has set aside the demand order passed by the Revenue Department. Held that, no Service Tax can be levied on the activity of take-away of food items as it would amount to sale of goods wherein, element of service such as dining facility, washing area

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